GRE Word List
PHYSIOGNOMY
the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amble | to go at or as if at an easy gait : saunter |
| foliage | a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation |
| prescience | foreknowledge of events: |
| odds | the probability that one thing is so or will happen rather than another : chances |
| benevolent | marked by or disposed to doing good |
| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
| migrant | one that migrates: such as |
| rummage | to make a thorough search or investigation |
| unction | the act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing |
| rancor | bitter deep-seated ill will |